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Zimig is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Zimig safe for pregnant women?
Zimig is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Zimig safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Zimig. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Zimig on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Zimig. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Zimig on the Liver?
Zimig may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Zimig on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Zimig for the heart.
Zimig should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zimig unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zimig habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Zimig.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Zimig can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Zimig should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zimig cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Zimig
Taking Zimig with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zimig
Information about the interaction of Zimig and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Zimig should not be taken with birth control pill because it can interfere with birth control pills, and causes irregular periods and breakthrough bleeding. Keep your doctor informed before taking them together. Try other methods of contraception such as condoms, barrier methods to avoid unwanted pregnancies.
Zimig can be taken orally and applied topically. An oral form such as tablet should be taken with or without food and avoid caffeine intake while on medicine. Duration and dose of the course will vary according to the severity of the antifungal infection. The topical form of medicine should be applied to the affected area twice daily or as adviced by a doctor, do not apply more or less as recommended by healthcare practitioners.
Zimig works by preventing the fungal infection to grow further. They inhibit cytochrome P450 enzyme 14- demethylase and block ergosterol synthesis. This action results in the destruction of cell membranes of the pathogen by limiting the growth of the fungus. Hence, in this way, it kills fungus and protect us from infection.
No, Zimig is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug and used to treat fungal infections only.
Yes, Zimig can cause hair loss if taken for a long time. However, if you're experiencing hair loss after taking this drug for a short duration then inform your doctor without any further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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